What are the rules on junk, derelict cars, and unsightly property?
The City of Greater Sudbury, Ontario has 2 adopted bylaws on file: By-law 2009-101 Clearing of Yards and Certain Vacant Lots; By-law 2011-277 Property Standards (maintenance and occupancy of all property), verified 2026-10-18.
By-law 2009-101 Clearing of Yards and Certain Vacant Lots
adopted bylaw
standards
No owner shall fail to keep yard/vacant lot free of unsafe, health-hazard, unsightly conditions; remove refuse; cut grass/weeds over 20 cm from June 1 to December 1.
s. 4(1); s. 4(2); s. 5; s. 12(1); s. 12(2); s. 13
enforcement
Officer may give written notice; if owner defaults and does not appeal, General Manager may have work done and recover cost from owner by action or property tax rolls.
s. 20(1); s. 22(1)
scout note
City of Greater Sudbury by-law requiring clearing of yards and vacant lots of refuse and debris; amended 2023 to allow lawns to go unmaintained until June 1.
By-law 2011-277 Property Standards (maintenance and occupancy of all property)
adopted bylaw
standards
Failure to maintain property in conformity; garbage, rubbish, waste or accumulations creating safety/health hazards; unenclosed porches/balconies/exterior/common areas kept free of garbage, waste, appliances.
2.01(1)-(2); 2.04(1)
enforcement
If a person fails to comply with an order, the municipality may cause the required work to be done at the person's cost; costs may be recovered by action or added to the tax roll.
8.02(2)
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City of Greater Sudbury Property Standards by-law prescribing maintenance and occupancy standards; URL slug suggests it amends vacant land provisions; later consolidation may exist.
Clearing of Yards Bylaw (city page)
rules page: explains 2023 amendment and pollinator garden allowance.